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So I splooged on some wheels...
I guess I had to hold true to my promise to myself that I'd have suspension and wheels by the end of summer. And there are only 4 days of summer left! Bah!
So yeah...this has been the most expensive summer for my car BY FAR. I had the waterpump and some of the cooling system die on me earlier this summer, I put in an M-tech II steering wheel, I put in a BavAuto chip, replaced a damaged taillight...and now wheels and suspension in less than a month. Whew!
Anyway, here are the quick snapshots
The tires on these are worn awkwardly, so I'll need new ones. I also need hubcentric rings, but I was excited when I got home and wanted to see how they looked. Yes, I have the centercaps too, but since I will have to change back to the stockers I decided to same myself sometime.
1992 525i 5 speed (Calypso/Parchment) - 1989 525iA (Schwartz/Natur) SOLD
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I'm jealous.
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Build Date: 05-1995 /Engine: m50tu /Automatic Transmission /ABS /NO ASC /Open Differential /EAT Chip
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Looks great!
Greg Mannino
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lookin good....just needs a good cleanin...
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Most definitely. The wheels need to get cleaned up...they need some goo gone on the lip, where someone once mounted weights...and in between the spokes could use some love too. These were once someones "beater wheels". They're not in awful shape, but they could definitely use some love.Originally Posted by GoldenOne
1992 525i 5 speed (Calypso/Parchment) - 1989 525iA (Schwartz/Natur) SOLD
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Do you mean 'splurged'? Splooged means...uh...something else.
I must be the only guy in the world that doesn't love the style 5 look, but those do suit the car pretty well. Congrats!
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Do a test spot before using Goof-off on your wheels,
It dulled the clear coat finish on mine. Seem to remember using hot soapy water and soaking area to remove. Someone might have a better idea.
The PO didn't take the best care so I used Flizt to clean. After cleaning I waxed with Zymol. Took about 2 hours per wheel. Wax helps when cleaning and keeps brake dust from sticking.
Kurt
95 525ia
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Do you mean 'splurged'? Splooged means...uh...something else.
I must be the only guy in the world that doesn't love the style 5 look, but those do suit the car pretty well. Congrats!
Agreed on all counts.
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better find some dustless brake pads. It will take forever to clean those mesh and rivets.
95 M-sport SOLDnow NSX
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Well done, love the style 5's, just a little too 'dear' for me at the moment.
On that note, what did you spend, where did you find em used?
Dave M
10/90 Build 525im, 630,000+km, Eibach/Sachs, Engine Rebuild
*RIP Oskar the DOG
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